Fractions


Multiplying Fractions

When Fractions are Multiplied, the Numerators are Multiplied and then the Denominators are Multiplied.





1
3

*
2
5



To multiply these Fractions, first multiply the Numerators.

The product of the Numerators becomes the new Numerator.



1
3
*
2
5

=
2




Then multiply the Denominators.

The product of the Denominators becomes the new Denominator.



1
3
*
*
2
5

=
2
15






If the resulting Proper Fraction can be reduced, then do so.




1
2

*
2
5

=
2
10



2
10

=
1
5





RULE

Multiplying Fractions

Multiply the Numerators to find the Numerator of the answer.

Multiply the Denominators to find the Denominator of the answer.

If the Proper Fraction can be Reduced, then do so.